Data Centre Engineering Director (Electrical & Mechanical)

WSP; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer (Data Centres) to lead the design and delivery of mission-critical data centre projects. This role involves overseeing client engagement and project strategy while ensuring solutions meet global standards for resilience and sustainability.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, over 12 years of relevant experience, and a proven track record in GCC markets.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in mission‑critical/data centre design, delivery, or advisory.
• Strong understanding of Tier standards, NFPA, ASHRAE, and Uptime Institute guidelines.
• Proven experience in GCC markets (UAE and/or KSA).

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of electrical and MEP systems for data centres.
• Ensure solutions meet global standards for resilience, sustainability, and scalability.
• Drive business development including bid leadership and proposal strategy.

Skills

Client engagement

Project strategy

Technical excellence

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field

Master’s preferred

Job description

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer (Data Centres) to lead the design and delivery of mission-critical data centre projects. This role involves overseeing client engagement and project strategy while ensuring solutions meet global standards for resilience and sustainability.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, over 12 years of relevant experience, and a proven track record in GCC markets.